Looking Back: Two Careers, One Islanders Camp
A look back at the 2010 New York Islanders training camp reminds us how opportunity and chance play a huge part in who makes the NHL, and who ends up having to take their career to Europe.
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Bailey to Germany's Steelers: No rush
Josh Bailey is the latest New York Islander to find a home during the NHL lockout, signing with the Bietigheim Steelers.
DiPietro Scratched after 2 Rough Outings
Rick DiPietro's lockout time in Germany's second division has gotten off to a rough start.
John Tavares follows Mark Streit to Switzerland
John Tavares will join New York Islanders teammate Mark Streit in playing with SC Bern of the Swiss ice hockey league during the NHL lockout.
Frozen Grounds: Week One Of The NHL Lockout
The 2012 NHL lockout is at the end of its first week, with preseason games having already been canceled. No progress has been made since it started, and players are already signing with teams in Europe.
The Ballad of Rob Schremp Hockey, Now Röb Svrempskä Ishockey
With reports that Rob Schremp has signed in Sweden, we look back on the ex-Oiler, -Islander and -Thrasher's curious journey through the NHL.
